Amanda Ellis
Powell
Summary
Professional healthcare provider with solid experience in patient care and clinical support. Skilled in diagnostics, treatment planning, and patient education. Strong team collaborator, adaptable to changing medical needs. Known for reliability and results-driven approach to healthcare delivery.
Overview
1
1
Certification
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Hospitalist Physician Assistant
Team Health
11.2025 - Current
- Developed and implemented evidence-based treatment plans to enhance patient outcomes in acute care settings.
- Managed complex cases, ensuring timely interventions and continuity of care for hospitalized patients.
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments and collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize care delivery.
- Educated patients and families on treatment options, fostering informed decision-making and adherence to care plans.
Hospitalist Physician Assistant
US Acute Care Solutions
01.2023 - Current
- Practice evidence-based medicine while treating acutely ill patients and providing rapid diagnosis and treatment of various medical conditions
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare team to manage complex patient care
- Collaborate with all levels of healthcare team while managing complex patients
- Ensured smooth transitions and continuity of care during inpatient to outpatient transitions
- Conducted medical rounds in inpatient psychiatric hospital to assess patient conditions
- Performed rounding in hospital clinical decision unit to monitor patient progress
Registered Nurse- Emergency Room
Carson Tahoe Hospital
01.2017 - 01.2020
- Delivered high-quality medical care in fast-paced emergency environment, ensuring timely interventions
- Connected patients to community resources
- Worked as part of an interdisciplinary team to provide exceptional care
- Enhanced ability to prioritize tasks to improve workflow efficiency
- Precepted and trained new nurses in emergency department, fostering skill development and team cohesion
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Life Care Center of Reno
01.2013 - 01.2017
- Assisted in daily care of residents in skilled nursing and nursing home settings
- Monitored patient condition and reported pertinent changes to nursing staff
- Supported patients with feeding, grooming, bathing, and ambulation to enhance comfort and well-being
- Assisted in day-to-day care of residents in a skilled nursing setting as well as nursing home setting
Education
Master of Medical Science - Physician Assistant
Yale University Physician Assistant Online Program
05-2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
05-2017
Associate degree - nursing
Carrington College of Northern Nevada
05-2016
Bachelor of Science - Neuroscience, Minor in Substance Abuse and Prevention
University of Nevada, Reno
Reno05-2013
Skills
- Acute care management
- Diagnostic proficiency
- Medical documentation
- Patient-centered care
- Patient communication
- Patient education
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Team collaboration
Certification
Physician Assistant-Certified (PA2954) – May 2023, Registered Nurse (inactive), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support, 16-hour Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) certificate- December 2021, OSHA 10-hour General Industry Safety and Health Training – December 2020
Timeline
Hospitalist Physician Assistant
Team Health
11.2025 - Current
Hospitalist Physician Assistant
US Acute Care Solutions
01.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse- Emergency Room
Carson Tahoe Hospital
01.2017 - 01.2020
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Life Care Center of Reno
01.2013 - 01.2017
Bachelor of Science - Neuroscience, Minor in Substance Abuse and Prevention
University of Nevada, Reno
Associate degree - nursing
Carrington College of Northern Nevada
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Master of Medical Science - Physician Assistant
Yale University Physician Assistant Online Program